Missing: Oildale man has not been seen for 6 months

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OILDALE - The Kern County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public’s assistance in locating Carlos Galan.

Galan was last seen at his home at 316 May Street in Oildale, on December 28, 2013 at about 9:30 p.m. An acquaintance received a message from him the following morning, but he has not been seen or heard from since.

Galan has numerous tattoos including the phrase “El Santa Muerta” on his right arm, the name “Lillian” on his right arm, the date “121508” on his right wrist, and a small cross on his left hand. He also has tattoos on his upper chest area.

He is known to frequent the north Kern County/Delano area.

If anyone has information on his whereabouts they are asked to call Detective Raul Murillo at 661-391-7591, the Sheriff’s Office at 661-861-3110, or Secret Witness at 661-322-4040. Anonymous text tips can be sent to TIP411 (847411). Just type the keyword “KCSO” prior to the message.

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